2006 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 BMW 316.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 1976 Ford Torino | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 316 | Torino |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |